Lead Stage Lighting Technician

City of Lauderhill; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lauderhill’s Lauderhill Performing Arts Center seeks a lighting technician to manage lighting for stage, lobby, and multipurpose room on an on‑call basis. You will program and operate lighting consoles, troubleshoot issues, supervise stage crew, and ensure safety during load‑in, performances, and strikes.

Responsibilities include coordinating with LPAC staff, maintaining lighting inventory, and keeping equipment in good working order while delivering welcoming service to performers and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Six (6) months of lighting live events at a performing arts center or theatre.
• A valid State of Florida Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively execute the lighting plan for productions and events; troubleshoot any technical issues with the lighting; find viable solutions under tight deadlines.
• Program and operate lighting consoles during rehearsals, performances, and events; adjust lighting cues as needed to match creative and technical requirements/requests.
• Oversee the installation, focusing, and rigging of lighting instruments; maintain and troubleshoot lighting equipment, ensuring all fixtures, dimmers, and consoles function properly.
• Manage lighting inventory and schedule regular maintenance and repairs; advise Production Manager of necessary repairs/replacements or equipment upgrades within the lighting inventory to ensure maximum efficiency and smooth operations.
• Assist with and assign tasks to ensure efficient workflow during load‑ins, tech rehearsals, performances, and strikes; assist with special event set‑up and break down in the lobby, as directed.
• Coordinate with various LPAC staff to ensure smooth technical operations.
• Ensure that lighting setups adhere to health and safety regulations; conduct risk assessment and implement best practices for electrical and rigging safety.
• Train staff on proper handling of safety equipment; oversee stage crew handling lighting matters.
• Provide professional, customer‑focused, welcoming service.
• Maintain a physical presence at the work location; maintain punctuality and work a flexible schedule including night, weekend, holidays and events.
• Operate and oversee the operation of and ETC lighting system throughout the facility.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Live event lighting

Crew supervision

Lighting troubleshooting

ETC lighting

Safety compliance

Load-in/strike

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Tools

ETC lighting consoles

Job description

City of Lauderhill’s Lauderhill Performing Arts Center seeks a lighting technician to manage lighting for stage, lobby, and multipurpose room on an on‑call basis. You will program and operate lighting consoles, troubleshoot issues, supervise stage crew, and ensure safety during load‑in, performances, and strikes.

Responsibilities include coordinating with LPAC staff, maintaining lighting inventory, and keeping equipment in good working order while delivering welcoming service to performers and